Travelling from Sao Paulo to Ottawa: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Sao Paulo. Explore your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when organising your flight from Sao Paulo to Ottawa.
Come in for landing at Ottawa's primary gateway, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Ottawa's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Ottawa one hour behind Sao Paulo.
Leave enough time to get on your Sao Paulo to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Ottawa
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Sao Paulo to Ottawa flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Sao Paulo to Ottawa.
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Find an affordable Sao Paulo to Ottawa flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Sao Paulo to Ottawa flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sao Paulo to Ottawa or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% land on schedule at their destination.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is around 80 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to Ottawa:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Viracopos Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sao Paulo to Ottawa. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YND instead:
Go beyond Ottawa and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa. Once you've hopped off your flight from Sao Paulo to Ottawa, it takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget make collecting an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Score the best price by securing your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Have a think about your trip dates before booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Sao Paulo in the low season for a quieter vibe.
When booking your Sao Paulo to Ottawa tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Ottawa around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Ottawa, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Montreal is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without a visit to Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
